A Hearty Stew Recipe

Name: A Hearty Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs stew meat, in 1 inch pieces; 2 tablespoons oil; 1 ½ cups dry red wine; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes with juice, chopped; 2 large onions, sliced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons bouquet garni; 1 slice orange rind; 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste); ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 green pepper; 1 cup sliced mushrooms (I liked the earthy flavors of shitakes with this recipe); ¾ cup dried apricot, halved; ½ cup raisins; ½ cup kalamata olive, sliced & pitted; 1 teaspoon flour; ¾ cup cold water

Servings: persons

2 lbs stew meat, in 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons oil
1 ½ cups dry red wine
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes with juice, chopped
2 large onions, sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons bouquet garni
1 slice orange rind
2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 green pepper
1 cup sliced mushrooms (I liked the earthy flavors of shitakes with this recipe)
¾ cup dried apricot, halved
½ cup raisins
½ cup kalamata olive, sliced & pitted
1 teaspoon flour
¾ cup cold water

1
In a large skillet, brown the meat in the oil over medium heat.
2
Pour off liquid and then add all the ingredients up to and including the ground black pepper.
3
Simmer covered for about 2 hours.
4
Add the remaining ingredients except the flour and water.
5
Simmer covered another 30 minutes.
6
Combined the flower with 2 tbsp of water; stir into rest of water and then to the stew.
7
Raise temperature to medium.
8
Stir constantly until stew thickens.
9
Serve ASAP.

269

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs stew meat, in 1 inch pieces, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 ½ cups dry red wine, 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes with juice, chopped, and more.

Yes, A Hearty Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

A Hearty Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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